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| Main Entry: | |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | civilly |
| Synonyms: | affably, obligingly, politely |
| Main Entry: | kindly |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | with compassion |
| Synonyms: | affectionately, agreeably, benevolently, benignly, carefully, charitably, compassionately, considerately, cordially, courteously, delicately, generously, genially, good-naturedly, graciously, heedfully, helpfully, humanely, politely, solicitously, sympathetically, tenderly, thoughtfully, tolerantly, understandingly, well |
| Antonyms: | disagreeably, inconsiderately, unkindly |
| Main Entry: | politely |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | thoughtfully |
| Synonyms: | affably, agreeably, amiably, attentively, benignantly, charmingly, civilly, compassionately, concernedly, considerately, cordially, courteously, elegantly, gallantly, gently, gracefully, graciously, ingratiatingly, kindheartedly, kindly, respectfully, sociably, solicitously, tactfully, urbanely, winningly |
| Main Entry: | respectfully |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | deferentially |
| Synonyms: | attentively, ceremoniously, considerately, courteously, decorously, politely, regardfully, reverentially, with due respect |
| Notes: | respectably means 'in a decent way,' respectfully means 'in a courteous way,' and respectively means 'in the order given or indicated' |
| Antonyms: | disrespectfully, impudently, rudely |
| Main Entry: | socially |
| Part of Speech: | adverb |
| Definition: | with regard to polite society |
| Synonyms: | civilly, companionably, convivially, cordially, courteously, entertainingly, genially, hospitably, politely, sociably |
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